1-Day Tie Dye Experience Tour in Dali
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About the Activity
Our tour starts in Dali Old Town and takes you to the non-touristic Xizhou and Zhoucheng. First, we will visit Xizhou, a famous historical and cultural Bai minority town with well-preserved architecture and then continue to Zhoucheng, the hometown of Chinese tie-dyeing. This Dali traditional dyeing process is unique in China and even in the world. During our tour, you can experience minority’s folk customs and daily local life and even better and make tie-dye handcrafted art with your family. Afterwards we will go on a cruise on Erhai lake and visit a local fishing village. • Xizhou: Experience morning market and Three course tea. Bai-style traditional architecture along the old tea-horse road. • Tie Dye:traditional Bai ethnic tie-dye workshop in Zhoucheng, learn how to tie-dye yourself • Erhai lake: cruise on Erhai Lake to a local fishing village8 hours
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Pickup offered
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 2
Inclusions & Exclusions
Experienced private English-speaking tour guides
Supplement for driver and tour guide (meals)
Transportation: Gas, tolls, parking fee and any additional pick-ups and drop-offs
2 bottles of local drinking water per person per day
Entrance tickets to the attractions listed
24/7 English-speaking customer services
Government taxes
Meals are not included
Chinese visa
Personal expenses;
Domestic and international flights/trains
Tourist bus / minibus transportation between airport / train station
Personal Travel Accident Insurance.
Tips for drivers and guides, highly appreciated but not requested
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Dali Ancient(Pass By)
, Dali, China, 671000Our guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel around Dali Ancient Town, the heartland of the prosperous Bai people, with their colourful costumes and traditional lifestyle. When we picture ancient China, Dali is the image that appears in our imagination, wooden houses with ornate eaves and stone streets, well-worn over centuries of use. Dali has long been a melting pot for different cultures, and you will see the Bai people as well as the Yi and the Hui going about their daily business in their traditional garb.
Dali is known for her relaxed atmosphere, and is a great town to stroll around. Have a drink in one of the many cosy little bars or warmly decorated coffee shops, or walk around its lively main streets where local artists sell all kinds of beautiful handicrafts.View Location1
Xizhou Town
North Dali Old Town, Dali, ChinaTransfer to Xizhou, just 19 kilometres north of Dali Old Town. Here we will visit the morning market, where locals dressed in traditional minority clothing sell and buy local fruits, freshly cut meat, piles of fragrant spices, livestock and anything else you can think of. You can visit a traditional Three Course Tea ceremony and an exquisite example of traditional Bai-style courtyard homes.2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location2
Zhoucheng Village
Xizhou Town, north of Dali Ancient City, , Dali, China, 671001Then visit Zhoucheng Village, the largest Bai village in the region, famous for its tie-dyeing traditions. Stroll through the village streets and witness local artisans crafting batik fabrics and mastering intricate tie-dye techniques. You’ll have the chance to visit a workshop where you can observe the entire tie-dye process, from dyeing to drying.2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location3
Erhai Lake
No.55 Zhongshan Road, , Dali, China, 661000Enjoy a short boat trip on Lake Erhai to Tianjingge Island and enjoy the majestic views of the green and clouded Cangshan Mountain Range looming over Dali’s lands from far while swarms of birds fly peacefully around you over the tranquil lake.2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- We offer convenient pickup services around Dali Ancient Town, feel free to let us know where to pick you up. Your guide will hold a Wonders of Yunnan Flag. Tour ends at visitors' hotel.
- Travelers will be picked up 30 minutes before departure time
Pickup points
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Mandarin
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• A current valid passport is required on the day of travelCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Chongqing time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by Wonders Of Yunnan TravelCreated on 30 Jun 2017Created on 04 Jul 2025
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